Law Dictionary Definitions

gravity. Seriousness of harm, an offense, etc., as judged from an objective, legal standpoint. [Blacks Law 8th]

graveyard insurance.See wager policy under INSURANCE POLICY. [Blacks Law 8th]

gravatio (gr<<schwa>>-vay-shee-oh). [Law Latin] Hist. An accusation or impeachment. [Blacks Law 8th]

gravamen (gr<<schwa>>-vay-m<<schwa>>n). The substantial point or essence of a claim, grievance, or com-plaint. [Blacks Law 8th]

gratuity. See BOUNTY. [Blacks Law 8th]

gratuitous trust.See donative trust under TRUST. [Blacks Law 8th]

gratuitous surety.See SURETY. [Blacks Law 8th]

gratuitous promise.See PROMISE. [Blacks Law 8th]

gratuitous gift.See GIFT. [Blacks Law 8th]

gratuitous deposit.1. See gratuitous bailment under BAILMENT. 2.DEPOSIT(5). [Blacks Law 8th]